Concept: Fake Bureaucratic Object (Poem as Document)

  1. Concept: Fake Bureaucratic Object (Poem as Document)
    (The poem pretends to be an official form.)

POEM — “Form 27B: Concerning the Emotional Status of the Undersigned”

I, the undersigned,
declare that my heart has complied
with all federal guidelines
for moderate longing.

Section 4:
I have stood in line at the post office
and felt the approved amount of ache.

Section 9:
I certify that the sunrise
was observed without incident
and filed under “mildly beautiful.”

Signature: a smudge shaped like a person trying to be real.

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About the Author: Sarah B. Royal

Sarah B. Royal’s writing defies convention. Her poetry and prose traverse the boundaries between structure and spontaneity, often weaving together philosophical inquiry, cultural reflection, and personal narrative. With a background in experimental literature, she is known for crafting works that challenge readers to engage intellectually and emotionally.

Her acclaimed palindrome performance play, 777 – A Story of Idol Worship and Murder, showcases her fascination with mirrored storytelling and thematic symmetry. In o x ∞ = ♥: The Poet and The Mathematician, Royal explores the intersection of poetic intuition and mathematical logic, revealing a unique voice that is both analytical and lyrical.

Royal’s collections—such as Lost in the Lost and Found, Haiku For You, Lantern and Tanka Too, and the WoPoLi Chapbook Series—highlight her commitment to neurodivergent expression and poetic experimentation. Whether through childhood verse or contemporary fusion poetry, her work invites readers into a world where language is both a tool and a playground.

Sarah B. Royal continues to expand the possibilities of poetic form, offering readers a deeply personal yet universally resonant experience. Her writing is a testament to the power of creative risk, intellectual depth, and emotional authenticity.

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